Another Whirlpool Agitator Question

I looked inside my washing machine and noted that the agitator was
moving slightly but not at the normal speed. I checked and the lower
part of the agitator is working fine, but the top part is only slight
moving.
The machine is 12 yrs. old and everything else is perking right along
except for that darn agitator! Is this something that I can try and
fix myself or would it require special tools and heavy lifting?
This is a Whirlpool washing machine and the only identifying numbers I
see under the lid are Stylemaster 4213632 Rev. B
I appreciate any help and assistance.

Where do you get the "dogs", how much should they cost and do they
come with instructions? I could possibly handle this with
instructions as long as I don't have to "walk" the machine out of its
spot wedged against the dryer to do it.

Remove the top of the agitator. The part you need will cost about
$10. You friendly local appliance repair shop salesperson will be
able to help you, and give you instructions on how to replace it. It
is an easy job.
On 3 Nov 2004 07:49:48 -0800, snipped-for-privacy@hotmail.com (mypet) wrote:

Ok...I found the model #! I was looking on the lid...not on the lip
UNDER the lid.
The model of my Whirlpool Washing Machine is LA5500XT.
There is no parts dealer in my little town. Is there an online source
for these worn out nylon dogs in the agitator?

They are a change of some sort...when a change was made during
production ( trim, new part, colour change, screw loaction, ect ) the
model# is changed.
When looking for a part or any information, the full model# is best :)
jeff.
Appliance Repair Aid
http://www.applianceaid.com /

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